1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | AMC | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Gremlin | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |